Juicy Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Juicy Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs Recipe features tender, flavor-packed chicken marinated in a delightful honey mustard sauce.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- whisk
- meat thermometer
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Marinade
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on) Choose these for maximum juiciness and crispy skin.
- ¼ cup Honey Opt for raw honey for deeper flavor.
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard Brings the tangy zing.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Helps marinade coat chicken evenly.
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Infuses warmth and depth.
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar Brightens the honey mustard.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground) Adds a mild kick.
Optional Garnish and Serving
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped) Adds freshness.
- Lemon wedges Balances richness.
Instructions
For the Marinade
- Combine honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Marinate chicken thighs in the honey mustard blend, flipping to coat evenly; cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
Cooking the Chicken
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil; brush lightly with oil to prevent the skin from sticking.
- Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on the prepared sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the skin turns golden brown and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F in the thickest part.
- Rest the chicken for 5 minutes on a warm plate.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 10mg
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